How Hotel Room Blocks Can Be Beneficial

By Stephen Allen


There are a number of reasons why reserving several rooms or more at a hotel would be advantageous. Hotel room blocks can save a lot of time, hassle and also money. It is an excellent idea to consider for an upcoming major event that requires a lot of advance planning.

Blocking off rooms for a wedding is a great idea, especially in instances where a lot of family might be coming in from out of town or even abroad and are unfamiliar with the area. It allows the family members to have a safe and comfortable place to stay, whilst remaining in proximity of the festivities. Furthermore, it makes organizing transportation for groups to and from the hotel easier as well.

Having guests accommodated at the same place has many benefits. Though relatives may be in town for a wedding, it's a great opportunity to have a mini reunion at the same time. This is especially the case if they all happen to be staying in the same place!

Another benefit of blocking off a number of rooms is the discounts often available as a result. Many hotels, and airlines, have great offers on packages when booked by groups. This could include things like meals or other amenities at the location, as well as hugely reduced prices for larger groups on great rooms.

Having a room block is also good for conferences that are out of town, particularly when the company is sending its employees. You can also use room blocks for school trips or trips organized by a club. Many people use this method when traveling to festivals like Carnival in places like Trinidad in the Caribbean every year. You can book well in advance for some of these!

Most room blocks tend to be about 9 rooms and up. It is important to know what type of room block you need based on the needs of those who will be staying there. A website like Skipper is very good at eliminating a lot of the guesswork and making the process easier for couples planning their wedding and the arrival of their guests.

A courtesy room block is generally advised when it comes to weddings. The reason for this is that there is no additional fee for any rooms that are not filled when the time comes. A guaranteed room block requires a down payment in advance to secure the room, by committing financially to a certain amount of the total rooms needed.

It is important to read or negotiate the booking agreement as thoroughly as possible before committing. Some hotels will release any unfilled rooms a certain period before the event, such as 30 days. Some will charge a penalty for unused rooms, while others can be very flexible in what they offer in terms of upfront payment or bookings by a certain time. If all rooms are booked by any given date, some hotels will allow more rooms to be added for further guests if necessary.




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